2011 Tata Sumo vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon. 2003 Dodge Neon has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Sumo | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Tata | Dodge |
| Model | Sumo | Neon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2650 mm |
